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DeSantis is considering doing away with AP courses completely. Here’s how it will affect Florida students

Posted on by Melissa P | 25562 Views | 14 min read

AP course textbooks – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Chris Worldwide The College Board’s new AP African American Studies course has drawn criticism from Florida’s Republican governor, who described it as brainwashing and lacking in educational merit. This week, Ron DeSantis went even further, proposing that the College Board, a nonprofit organization that manages the

Here are some of the most romantic restaurants in the Sunshine State

Posted on by Krystal S | 13127 Views | 10 min read

Romantic Restaurants – Couple cheering glasses at dinner table – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Aleksandar Milutinovic Good news! The most romantic restaurants in Florida have been chosen by Yelp in case you weren’t satisfied with your Valentine’s Day dinner plans. First off, date nights don’t always have to take place at night. The most

Here’s a list of all books that are under review or banned in Central Florida schools

Posted on by Krystal S | 48278 Views | 24 min read

Stack of books – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by jakkaje879 More than 2,500 books have been removed from school shelves in America in the past year as conservative groups coordinate their focus on literature for various reasons, frequently because of racial or gender themes. In the period from July 2021 to June 2022, PEN America’s

According to research, drivers in Florida are paying the most for car insurance

Posted on by William P. | 19262 Views | 14 min read

Car insurance paperwork – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by BLACKWHITEPAILYN Mel Greenberg and other drivers in Central Florida are finding that getting around these days is more expensive due to rising gas prices and auto insurance premiums. “I would say about two years ago my six-month premium with Geico was under $500, and now it’s

Florida Panthers mascot & Tampa Bay Lightning fan scuffle during blowout game

Posted on by William C. | 21977 Views | 10 min read

FLA Live Arena, Home to the Florida Panthers – Sunrise, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Felix Mizioznikov The Tampa Bay Lightning are looking into an incident from Monday night’s game that appears to show a fan attacking Viktor E. Ratt, the Florida Panthers’ mascot. Viktor was thrown over a railing at the 100

Lawmakers in Florida are working diligently to take over special-tax district in Disney

Posted on by Chris J. | 15121 Views | 23 min read

Disney Logo — Courtesy: Shutterstock — woaiss It’s possible that the Walt Disney Co.’s DIS 0.76 percent decrease in dominion over its Florida parks is coming to an end. Monday saw the filing of a bill by Republicans in the Florida House of Representatives that would significantly alter the administration and even change the name

A new trail in Florida will link two U.S. national parks

Posted on by Melissa P | 23806 Views | 20 min read

View of the lighthouse at Biscayne National Park – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by nyker Only 20 miles of road separate the huge inland swamp of Everglades National Park from the coastal sanctuary of Biscayne National Park on Florida’s east coast, but up until now, traveling between nature reserves required a car or–for bicyclists and

Here are five of the ultimate technology features on the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV concept

Posted on by Terry R | 19213 Views | 14 min read

Dodge Ram Photo Source/Copyright: Stellantis The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept not only offers aficionados a peek into the brand’s future, but also a look at its next technological options for its automobiles. The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept’s core value is a completely connected customer experience, and its innovative mobility features assist hard-working people,

After a record-breaking season, the Florida Renaissance Festival returns for its best year yet

Posted on by Krystal S | 17013 Views | 16 min read

Jousting at Florida Renaissance Festival – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Sunshower Shots In its thirty-season history, the Florida Renaissance Festival recently experienced its most incredible year. After a one-year hiatus due to the pandemic, ticket sales were better than ever, with organizers reporting over 100,000 attendees. Additionally, a record number of first-timers attended the

Ravaging canine flu makes its way into the Sunshine State

Posted on by Krystal S | 8419 Views | 10 min read

Dog being nasal swabbed after suspected canine flu – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by yangtak In the U.S., a ravaging canine influenza virus is spreading. A highly contagious H3N2 virus outbreak has been reported by veterinarians in California, Texas, North Carolina, and now Florida. There is no proof, according to experts, that the virus spreads